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Russia fines anti-war politician as he suffers medical episode
AFP - 30m ago
A Russian court fined anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin $13 on Friday for displaying "extremist symbols", delivering …
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New Labour leader Burnham vows to renew hope as next UK PM
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Andy Burnham vowed Friday to restore "hope" to the British people as he officially became the ruling Labour party's new …
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J.K. Rowling blasts Amnesty 'anti-rights' label on women's centre
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Britain's charities regulator is looking into concerns about an Amnesty International report that branded a women's …
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US-Iran strikes: latest developments
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The United States struck Iran and Tehran hit back at US allies in the Gulf, as the foes battled over the vital Strait of …
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'Concerns' after Amnesty labels J.K. Rowling women's centre 'anti-rights'
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Britain's charities regulator is looking into concerns about an Amnesty International report that branded a women's …
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US, Iran trade attacks in return to full-blown war
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The United States and Iran traded attacks on Friday, with Tehran targeting American assets across the Middle East in the …
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Russia fines anti-war politician in chaotic court hearing
AFP - 3h ago
A Russian court fined anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin $13 on Friday for displaying "extremist symbols", delivering …
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UK Labour party to crown Burnham as leader and next PM
AFP - 2h ago
Andy Burnham will vow a "new path" for Britain when he is confirmed as the ruling Labour party's leader, and the …
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Trump revives election fraud claims ahead of US midterms
AFP - 6h ago
US President Donald Trump on Thursday revived sweeping and unsupported claims of voter fraud and Chinese meddling –- …
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Argentina await FIFA decision over displaying World Cup Falklands banner
AFP - 6h ago
Football's global governing body FIFA will assess match reports before deciding if they take any action over Argentina's …
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China's Xi says AI should not be dominated by one country
AFP - 6h ago
Artificial intelligence should not be dominated by a single country, China's President Xi Jinping said Friday at a major …
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Startups bet on AI -- and a leaner future
AFP - 6h ago
When Eric Lauer needs to hire at Giftory, the online gift-giving platform he runs, he's no longer looking for eager …
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US strikes Iran as Tehran warns of Mideast reprisals
AFP - 7h ago
The United States hit Iran on Friday, with Tehran accusing US forces of striking civilians sites and drawing Iranian …
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Trump revives sprawling election fraud claims in address to nation
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President Donald Trump on Thursday reeled off extraordinary claims of voter fraud and Chinese meddling in US elections …
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US hits Iran infrastructure in tit-for-tat strikes
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The United States launched fresh strikes Thursday on Iran with bridges and transport infrastructure among the apparent …
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Trump speech to focus on election 'integrity'
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US President Donald Trump will deliver a primetime address Thursday featuring major revelations about election security, …
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Hazardous Canadian wildfire smoke choking millions in US
Jul 16 2026
The Manhattan skyline was obscured by thick haze and Chicago closed its beaches Thursday as out-of-control Canadian …
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US, Iran exchange blows in rekindled Middle East war
Jul 16 2026
The United States struck Iran and Tehran attacked US allies in the Gulf on Thursday as the foes battled over the vital …
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Argentine superstition ramps up ahead of World Cup final
Jul 16 2026
Angst-ridden Argentine football fans are putting their faith in good luck rituals ahead of Sunday's World Cup final …
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US unveils 25% tariff on certain goods from Brazil, drawing rebuke
Jul 16 2026
An incoming US tariff targeting various imports from Brazil has drawn a sharp rebuke from the Latin American giant, as …
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Trump suspends teleprompter operator over betting allegations
Jul 16 2026
US President Donald Trump has suspended a teleprompter operator over allegations he placed bets with a prediction market …
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Bitter row splits Ukraine's military leadership after defence minister ousted
Jul 16 2026
Ukraine's ousted defence minister directed stunning public criticism at the army's top commander on Thursday, forcing …
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Putin leading Russia to 'chaos', anti-war politician says
Jul 16 2026
In a town just outside Moscow where he runs his anti-war election campaign, Boris Nadezhdin spent the week considering …
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US unveils new 25% tariff on certain imports from Brazil
Jul 16 2026
The United States has announced on a new 25 percent tariff on various imports from Brazil, accusing the Latin American …
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Ex-Italian highway head gets 12 years for deadly Genoa bridge collapse
Jul 16 2026
An Italian court on Thursday sentenced the former head of motorway operator Autostrade per l'Italia to 12 years for his …
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Protests erupt across Ukraine against defence minister's ouster
Jul 16 2026
Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities on Thursday against the removal of popular defence minister Mykhailo …
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US, Iran exchange blows in rekindled Mideast war
Jul 16 2026
The United States struck Iran and Tehran hit back at US allies in the Gulf on Thursday, as the foes battled over the …
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Climate change, urban growth fuel Lagos flooding
Jul 16 2026
After hours of overnight torrential rain lashed Lagos recently, church pastor Samuel Akpan spent most of next day …
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Ukraine state energy boss Koretsky becomes new PM
Jul 16 2026
Ukraine's parliament on Thursday approved the appointment of Naftogaz state energy boss Sergiy Koretsky as the new prime …
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Italy court to deliver verdict in deadly bridge collapse
Jul 16 2026
An Italian court is set to deliver a verdict Thursday in the case of a bridge collapse nearly eight years ago that …
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Messi magic sends Argentina into World Cup final as England fall short
Jul 16 2026
Argentina will play Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday after Lionel Messi orchestrated a spectacular comeback …
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US launches new Iran strikes as Trump threatens wider attacks
Jul 16 2026
The United States launched a new wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday to curb its ability to threaten shipping in …
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Messi magic sends Argentina into World Cup final
Jul 15 2026
Lionel Messi engineered a spectacular comeback for Argentina against England in their World Cup semi-final on Wednesday …
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Messi's Argentina stun England in comeback to reach World Cup final
Jul 15 2026
Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback …
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US reports 'wave of strikes' on Iran as war returns
Jul 15 2026
The United States launched a wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, after it reimposed a naval blockade in a return …
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Argentina and England set for World Cup semi-final showdown
Jul 15 2026
Lionel Messi's Argentina clash with England in a marquee World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with European champions …
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Tech stocks wobble, oil prices slip back
Jul 15 2026
Tech stocks initially led gains but turned lower in mixed equity markets on Wednesday while oil prices slipped back from …
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Tech stocks lead gains, oil prices rise
Jul 15 2026
Tech stocks led gains in mixed equity markets on Wednesday while oil prices rose as the US launched another wave of …
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Bangkok bar fire toll rises to 33 as PM vows venue overhaul
Jul 15 2026
The death toll from a devastating Bangkok bar fire has risen to 33, authorities said Wednesday, as Thailand pledged a …
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European stocks drop as oil prices rise
Jul 15 2026
European stock markets retreated Wednesday as oil prices built on recent strong gains, with traders focused firmly on …
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Iran reports fresh US strikes in return to war
Jul 15 2026
Iran reported fresh US strikes Wednesday on a port city that is home to the country's only civilian nuclear plant, as …
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Seoul leads Asian stocks higher as US inflation eases rate fears
Jul 15 2026
Seoul led gains across Asian equity markets Wednesday as tech firms bounced back following a softer-than-expected US …
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Bangkok bar fire toll rises to 32 as PM vows venue overhaul
Jul 15 2026
The death toll from a devastating Bangkok bar fire has risen to 32, authorities said Wednesday, as Thailand pledged a …
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US renews blockade, trades strikes with Iran over Hormuz strait
Jul 15 2026
US forces struck Iran and reimposed a naval blockade on its ports as Tehran hit Washington's Gulf allies on Wednesday, …
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Argentina and England collide with World Cup final spot at stake
Jul 15 2026
Lionel Messi's Argentina clash with England in a marquee World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with Spain lying in wait …
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Record-smashing heat wave surges from West to eastern US, Canada
Jul 15 2026
A record-smashing heat wave was spreading Tuesday from the Mountain West toward the eastern United States and Canada, …
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UK announces social media curfew for older teens
Jul 15 2026
The UK government said Tuesday it will introduce an overnight social media curfew for children aged 16 and 17, after …
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France fireworks fizzle as Spain advance to World Cup final
Jul 15 2026
France arrived in the World Cup semi-finals hailed as the most scintillating attacking force to grace the tournament …
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Gibraltar and Spain end border checks
Jul 15 2026
A new era began between Spain and the tiny British territory of Gibraltar on Wednesday, as border checks that have long …
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US launches new Iran strikes, reimposes naval blockade
Jul 14 2026
US forces carried out strikes against Iran for a fourth day in a row on Tuesday and reimposed a naval blockade to …
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Spain deliver World Cup masterclass against France to reach final
Jul 14 2026
Spain ended France's dream of a third World Cup triumph on Tuesday, taming their star-studded attack in a 2-0 victory to …
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Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final
Jul 14 2026
Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece …
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US Supreme Court justices defiant as threats hit home
Jul 14 2026
US Supreme Court justices told Congress on Tuesday that escalating threats have forced them to confront dangers once …
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Argentina v England in the World Cup: much more than just a game
Jul 14 2026
From the war they fought over the Falklands to Diego Maradona's infamous "Hand of God" goal, Wednesday's semi-final …
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US, Iran launch strikes as Trump backs down on Hormuz levy
Jul 14 2026
The United States and Iran launched new attacks on each other's interests in the Gulf on Tuesday, as President Donald …
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France, Spain battle for place in World Cup final
Jul 14 2026
France and their deadly attack led by Kylian Mbappe will attempt to reach a third consecutive World Cup final on Tuesday …
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'Gus' the T. rex fetches record $50.1 mn at US auction
Jul 14 2026
A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton nicknamed "Gus" sold Tuesday for $50.1 million at Sotheby's in New York, making it the most …
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France flaunts firepower, unity with allies in huge parade
Jul 14 2026
France on Tuesday showcased military power and unity with European allies in its largest-ever national day parade, as …
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US strikes Iran, vows to reimpose naval blockade
Jul 14 2026
The United States launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iran on Tuesday after President Donald Trump vowed to reimpose a …
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France and Spain clash in World Cup semi-final
Jul 14 2026
France and their deadly attack led by Kylian Mbappe will attempt to reach a third consecutive World Cup final on Tuesday …
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US strikes Iran for third day, will reimpose blockade
Jul 14 2026
The United States launched a third night of strikes on Iran as President Donald Trump planned to reimpose a blockade …
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Messi meets England at last with World Cup final place on the line
Jul 14 2026
Lionel Messi has done just about everything possible in a glorious career, but the 39-year-old Argentinian great has …
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France and Spain prepare to duel at World Cup
Jul 14 2026
France's exciting attack led by Kylian Mbappe take on a technically accomplished Spain team in the first semi-final of …
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US strikes Iran for third night as Trump says deal still 'possible'
Jul 13 2026
The United States launched a fresh salvo of strikes against Iran early Tuesday, marking a new escalation in the …
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Trump vows to hit Iran 'hard,' impose Hormuz transit fees
Jul 13 2026
US President Donald Trump on Monday said the United States would again strike Iran "hard," as the military launched a …
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Five Britons among foreign Spanish wildfire victims
Jul 13 2026
Five Britons, three Belgians and one national each from France and Spain are among the 13 victims of one of the …
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Ukraine allies pledge more air defence, pressure Russia
Jul 13 2026
Ukraine's allies on Monday at a Paris summit announced more air defence support for Kyiv and exercises of the force to …
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Yemen govt says hit Sanaa airport, Houthis attack Saudi Arabia
Jul 13 2026
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis targeted Saudi Arabia on Monday, hours after the rebels accused the kingdom of attacking …
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Trump reimposes Iran naval blockade, threatens Hormuz fees
Jul 13 2026
President Donald Trump reimposed a US naval blockade on Iranian ports on Monday and vowed hefty fees for ships …
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US judge voids 'improper' Trump tax deal
Jul 13 2026
A US judge on Monday voided a settlement between Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service giving the president and …
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Three Britons among foreign Spanish wildfire victims
Jul 13 2026
Three Britons and one national each from France, Belgium and Spain are among the 13 victims of one of the deadliest …
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Hungary MPs pass constitutional tweak to oust Orban-allied president
Jul 13 2026
The Hungarian parliament on Monday passed a constitutional tweak to oust the president, as Prime Minister Peter Magyar …
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'VAR-gentina?': conspiracy theories swirl ahead of World Cup semi-finals
Jul 13 2026
Lionel Messi's brilliance has helped carry Argentina into a blockbuster World Cup semi-final with England in Atlanta on …
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Ukraine allies meet in Paris to boost air defence, pressure Russia
Jul 13 2026
Ukraine's allies gathered in Paris on Monday to ramp up support for Kyiv, particularly in air defence, and increase …
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Yemen government says attacked Sanaa airport, reviving dormant conflict
Jul 13 2026
Yemen's internationally recognised government said it struck Houthi-controlled Sanaa airport on Monday, its biggest …
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Trump says US reinstates Iran blockade, will be 'paid' for guarding Hormuz
Jul 13 2026
President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States was reinstating its blockade of Iranian ports and "taking …
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UK unveils plan to ban Iran Revolutionary Guards: ministry
Jul 13 2026
The UK government announced plans on Monday to ban Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a threat to …
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Thailand probes Bangkok bar fire that killed 28
Jul 13 2026
Investigators combed on Monday through the wreckage of a huge fire at a Bangkok bar that killed at least 28 people, as …
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France's Macron says Europe will defend freedom at all costs
Jul 13 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said Europe was ready to defend itself and freedom with "blood" if necessary, …
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Spanish PM urges better prevention after deadly wildfire
Jul 13 2026
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday urged Spain to strengthen its prevention measures after one of the country's …
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Christopher Nolan returns with "The Odyssey" blockbuster
Jul 13 2026
A colossal budget, a stellar cast and based on one of the greatest stories in Western literature: Christopher Nolan's …
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Thailand probes Bangkok bar fire that killed 27
Jul 13 2026
Investigators combed on Monday through the wreckage of a huge fire at a Bangkok bar that killed at least 27 people, as …
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Middle East rocked by heaviest attacks since Iran-US ceasefire
Jul 13 2026
The Middle East has been rocked by US and Iranian attacks of a scale unseen since an April ceasefire, as fighting over …
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Kenya's goons: a world of political violence and desperation
Jul 13 2026
Kenyan politicians are hiring armed thugs for as little as $4 per day, as poverty and ruthless political competition …
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US senator and Trump ally Lindsey Graham dies aged 71
Jul 13 2026
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, an influential ally of President Donald Trump and advocate of hawkish US foreign …
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Thailand probes Bangkok bar fire that killed 27, injured dozens
Jul 13 2026
Investigators combed on Monday through the wreckage of a huge fire at a Bangkok bar that killed least 27 people and …
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US hits Iran as Gulf states targeted in flareup over Hormuz
Jul 13 2026
The United States struck Iran Monday for a second day running, drawing Tehran's reprisals against US allies in the Gulf …
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Huge fire in Bangkok bar kills at least 27
Jul 13 2026
A huge fire in a Bangkok bar killed at least 27 people and injured dozens, officials and witnesses said Monday, the …
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US strikes Iran as Gulf states targeted in flareup over Hormuz
Jul 13 2026
The US military launched a new wave of strikes against Iran on Sunday after renewed fighting over the Strait of Hormuz …
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Protected but deported anyway, as Trump goes after 'dreamers'
Jul 13 2026
Jose Contreras felt safe from deportation under a program launched years ago under Barack Obama, but the Trump …
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Massive fire in Bangkok bar kills at least 27
Jul 13 2026
A massive fire in a Bangkok bar late Sunday night killed at least 27 people and injured dozens, sending screaming …
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World Cup gets set for pair of blockbuster semi-finals
Jul 12 2026
A month after the expanded, 48-team tournament kicked off, the World Cup is down to the semi-final stage with France and …
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Evacuees allowed to return home after deadly wildfire in Spain stabilises
Jul 12 2026
A wildfire that killed at least 13 people in southern Spain has been stabilised, allowing hundreds of evacuees to return …
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Irrepressible Sinner outlasts Zverev to win second straight Wimbledon title
Jul 12 2026
Jannik Sinner was at his clinical best as he successfully defended his Wimbledon title with a bruising four-set victory …
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Fresh attacks hit Iran, Kuwait as Tehran and US square off over Hormuz
Jul 12 2026
Fresh attacks rocked Iran and Kuwait on Sunday evening as Tehran and Washington squared off over the Strait of Hormuz, …
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Israel elections to be held on October 27: parliament
Jul 12 2026
Israel will hold national elections on October 27, the last date allowed by law, its parliament said on Sunday, with the …
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Van der Poel stays calm in the heat to win Tour de France stage nine
Jul 12 2026
Cobbled classics specialist Mathieu van der Poel claimed his third Tour de France win on Sunday with victory in the …
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Zelensky orders new PM in major government reshuffle
Jul 12 2026
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a major reshuffle of the government on Sunday, proposing the …
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Van der Poel wins shortened Tour de France ninth stage
Jul 12 2026
Cobbled classics specialist Mathieu van der Poel won his third Tour de France stage on Sunday with victory in the ninth …
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McCullum sacked as England Test coach but retains white-ball role
Jul 12 2026
Brendon McCullum has left his role as England's Test head coach but will remain in charge of the national white-ball …
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Iran declares Hormuz strait closed, US military insists traffic flowing
Jul 12 2026
Iran said the Strait of Hormuz was closed on Sunday while the United States insisted it remained open, after the …
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Marc Marquez cruises to Germany MotoGP victory, enters title race
Jul 12 2026
Marc Marquez won the Germany MotoGP Grand Prix on Sunday as the Spaniard equalled Italian legend Giacomo Agostini's …
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